unique jars

Discover the charm of this unique decorative jar where the age-old craft of soapstone carving meets the finesse of Mughal artistry. Indian artisan Gulam Rasool’s natural soapstone creation is exquisitely adorned with hand-painted elephant, floral and leaf motifs that echo the renowned Mughal miniature painting style, creating a captivating accent that blends texture and pictorial beauty.

Working with three kinds of local clay and glazes made from banana leaf ash, Regina Aguilar of Honduras crafts this unique sugar bowl. The open jar features a raised dot motif and a rustic white glaze. The footed bowl can also be used for sweetener packets or tea bags.

Lord Krishna tends to two gentle cows as he plays a message of peace on his flute. The milkmen's wives who carry water jars follow him, entranced by his sweet music. Devendra Kumar Jha and his family paint the pastoral scene in the traditional Madhubani style. Using vegetable dyes on handmade paper, they perpetuate an ancestral art form.

As each painting is an individual creation, each is unique. Colors and motifs may vary slightly from that pictured.

Women from Lombok Pottery Center create the minimalist design of this serving plate in the shape of a perahu (boat). The artisans craft the terracotta jars at home and finish the condiment set by wiping it with a cloth and coconut dregs to achieve a unique matte glazed finish.

The artisans advice keeping ceramic pieces away from cold temperatures. Hand wash only and allow to dry thoroughly before storing.

Nyoman Sudiana honors Buddha with an exquisitely-detailed suar wood sculpture. He captures the Great Teacher's serene soul as he stands on a lotus throne, symbol of his divine stature. In his hand, Buddha holds a jar of holy water with which he'll bless humanity.

Rain falls to the song of a frog in the admirable design of this jar. Women from Lombok Pottery Center craft the lidded jar at home with terracotta ceramic, masterfully etching raindrops freehand. They finish the jar by wiping it with a cloth and coconut dregs to achieve a unique matte glazed finish.

The artisans advice keeping ceramic pieces away from cold temperatures. Hand wash only and allow to dry thoroughly before storing.

Women from Lombok Pottery Center create the whimsical design of this jar featuring a frog on the lid. In Indonesia, frogs are believed to bring good luck. The artisans craft the terracotta jar at home and adorn it with diagonal stripes etched freehand, creating a contrast of color and texture.

The artisans advice keeping ceramic pieces away from cold temperatures. Hand wash only and allow to dry thoroughly before storing.

Vigilant frogs watch sunflowers blossom in a triangular jar filled with Indonesian charm. Women from Lombok Pottery Center craft the lidded jar at home with terracotta ceramic, masterfully etching the flowers freehand. They finish the jar by wiping them with a cloth and coconut dregs to achieve a unique matte glazed finish. Set includes two jars.

The artisans advice not exposing the jar to cold temperatures. Hand wash only and allow to dry thoroughly before storing.

Rain falls to the song of a frog in the admirable design of this jar. Women from Lombok Pottery Center craft the lidded jar at home with terracotta ceramic, masterfully etching raindrops freehand. They finish the jar by wiping it with a cloth and coconut dregs to achieve a unique matte glazed finish.

The artisans advice keeping ceramic pieces away from cold temperatures. Hand wash only and allow to dry thoroughly before storing.

A modern and elegant jar finely lacquered by Daeng Thanunchai. The concentric pattern, made of tones contrasting the black background, is an example of the artisan's modernization of lacquer works. A unique storage vessel for the den or office.

To complete this piece, raintree is firstly carved into the desired shape. A mixture of lacquer - obtained from the Gluta usitata tree - and ashes of burnt rice paddy husks is then applied to the object. Upon exposure to air the mixture dries to form a watertight seal that is polished before another coat is applied. This process is repeated up to twenty times, and a final polishing is executed with sandpaper. Then several coats of pure lacquer are painted on the object, with drying periods in between each coat.

The work is partially polished with sandpaper according to a predetermined pattern - generally concentric - and a few coats of different lacquer colors are applied to the surface and the object is left to dry for a few days. The process remains identical for each ensuing color, alternating lacquering and polishing sessions until the design is achieved. The final coat is washed with water and polished with powdered fired clay, offering an irresistible sheen.

Bring charm and whimsy to your space with the captivating allure of this splendid ceramic decorative jar designed by Thai artisan Penpan. This exquisite elephant-inspired creation, meticulously handcrafted in the time-honored celadon ceramic tradition, boasts a mesmerizing crackled finish and a unique blue glaze that catches the eye. Whether safeguarding your treasured keepsakes or gracing your décor, this alluring accessory will be a cherished addition to any setting.

A soap dispenser, soap dish, toothbrush holder, cup, covered jar and tray make a bath set as bold and striking as it is useful. Sierra Family artisans craft each piece from richly-veined Mexican onyx in natural earthen tones. Because natural stone is used, the differing veins and tonalities are unique, and no two pieces will ever be identical. Each is a one-of-a-kind handcrafted work of art.